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Conakry, Guinea

Conakry · 🇬🇳 Guinea

Conakry is a major city in Conakry, Guinea with a population of 1,928,389. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
1,928,389 Population 11,099/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
142.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Conakry Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.5%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
43% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

People

Population1,928,389
Median Age19.4 yrs
Density11,099/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,555
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty11.7%

Health

Obesity9.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI149 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain142.8 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+39.6%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband26.5%
Population1,928,389
Population Density11,099 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates9.5380°, -13.6773°
TimezoneAfrica/Conakry
Country🇬🇳 Guinea
State / ProvinceConakry
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation142.8 inches (3,628 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Conakry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Conakry receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Conakry faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Conakry has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 142.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 149.

Conakry has a population of 1,928,389 with a density of 11,099 people per square mile, spread across 173.8 square miles. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 3.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 43.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,928,389
Total Population
11,099
People / sq mi
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
173.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Conakry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Conakry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Conakry is N/A. Per capita income is $1,555 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 37.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Conakry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,555

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
43% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Conakry, 9.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.9% have high blood pressure. 0.5% report binge drinking. 5.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Conakry vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.5%
70% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
High Blood Pressure40.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.5%
Depression5.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate43.0%

Food & Exercise

Conakry has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 142.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 149 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 21% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.6°F
51% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall142.8 inches
276% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median149.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %20.8%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area173.8 sq mi (450.0 km²)
Population Density11,099/sq mi
Coordinates9.5380°N, 13.6773°W
TimezoneAfrica/Conakry

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.7 in Warmest
May 83°F (29°C) 5.2 in
June 81°F (27°C) 14.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 41.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 43.3 in Coldest, Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 22.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 11.6 in
November 83°F (28°C) 2.8 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in

Conakry has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 79°F in August to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 142.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (43.3") and January the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 39.6% have completed high school. 26.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+39.6%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11,099/sq mi
Total Area173.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Conakry

What is the population of Conakry?

Conakry has a population of 1,928,389 residents and is located in Guinea. The population density is 11,099 people per square mile, spread across 173.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Conakry expensive to live in?

Conakry is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Conakry?

Conakry has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 142.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 149.

How is the job market in Conakry?

The unemployment rate in Conakry is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Conakry?

6.0% of adults in Conakry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.6% have completed high school.

How healthy is Conakry?

The obesity rate in Conakry is 9.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.7% of residents report depression.

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